Spider Sniffers

How do you find spiders in the dark? Join a park interpreter to learn secrets of how to sniff them out. For best results, please bring a flashlight for each person. Walking shoes and insect repellent are recommended.

Kayaking 101

Learn the basics of paddling in a kayak and take a short tour of one of the coves of Lake Greeson. See for yourself that this sport can be easy, fun, and relaxing. Bring clothing and shoes that can get wet. <b>Please register at the visitor center or call by 4 p.m. the day before the program.</b>

Spear and Atlatl

<p>Have you ever wanted to try your hand at throwing a spear? Join a park interpreter to learn how to throw a spear with the help of a little-known American Indian tool called an atlatl. Through this fun experience, gain an understanding of one of the ways American Indians hunted here over 1,000 years</p>

Duck, Duck, Goose

Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor enter to learn about the unique traits of waterfowl and their habitats at Lake Dardanelle State Park. Discover how conservation efforts support these fascinating birds in this vital ecosystem!

Talking Turkey

Cherokees who historically inhabited this area were heavily dependent on nature for their livelihood. Join a park interpreter at the amphitheater as she explains the importance the wild turkey had to those who traveled through and settled this area. Learn how historical Cherokee uses for the turkey

Hawktober Hawk Watch

Join a park interpreter at the Cameron Bluff Overlook learn how to help Mount Magazine State Park identify and count broad-winged hawks! Participants could<br />
potentially view broad-winged hawks in action, visiting Mount Magazine on their long trip to Central and South America. Feel free to bring with

NWA Mountain Bike Championships: Novice, Clydesdale, and Citizens Categories

Join us at the 36th Annual NWA Mountain Bike Championships at Devil's Den State Park, a cherished September tradition since 1989. This division welcomes novice riders, Clydesdale riders, and citizen riders to race. To register, visit the link below. This a spectator-friendly event. Please call the

NWA Mountain Bike Championships: Cat 1, Cat 2, Single Speed, and E Bike

Join us at the 36th Annual NWA Mountain Bike Championships at Devil's Den State Park, a cherished September tradition since 1989. This category welcomes cat 1, cat 2, Single Speed, and E Bike to race. To register, visit the link below. This event is spectator friendly. Please call the park during

Ghost Stories & S’mores

Embrace the enchantment of the spooky season with a captivating evening of ghostly tales and local lore around a cozy campfire (burn ban dependent), led by a park interpreter. As the night deepens, let the flickering flames ignite your imagination with family-friendly stories that will thrill and

Fall Foliage Lake Tour

Splashes of red, orange, yellow, and green cover the Ouachita mountainsides in the fall. Enjoy them from our covered tour boat on a cool, crisp day! Seating is limited, so make sure to make reservations and pay at the visitor center or by calling (501) 767-9366. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early

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